Establishing a positive Club ethos
The most important aspect of our strategy to combat bullying is the creation of a positive and inclusive ethos in all our member clubs.
This begins with how adults in clubs treat each other, parents, and players: with respect and understanding, even in difficult situations.
Concerns expressed by players and parents are always listened to carefully and taken seriously.
We promote and follow the RFU Core Values - TREDS
Everyone involved in rugby in England, whether as a player, coach, referee, administrator, parent or spectator is expected to uphold the Core Values of our sport:
Teamwork – Respect – Enjoyment – Discipline – Sportsmanship:
We aim to be constantly promoting and reinforcing positive behaviour and developing all children's self-esteem through celebration of achievement. In this way, by aiming to 'include' everyone in the rugby community, it is much less likely either those children will become a focus for bullying, or that others may resort to bullying
We encourage children, parents and club personnel to report any suspected instances of bullying to a member of the coaching staff or to the Club's Safeguarding Officer.
Managing Touchline Behaviour
We do not tolerate poor touchline behaviour at any of our member clubs, it will be addressed at every level.
Spectators and coaches alike MUST NOT enter the field of play without the referees permission whilst a game of rugby is in progress unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Poor behaviour on the touchline is no more acceptable than poor behaviour on the pitch.